The word "Doula" comes from the ancient Greek meaning
"a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period.
I've been a Doula practically all my life, but it wasn't until early 2009 that I became a DONA Certified Postpartum Doula. I have always been a nurturing person and an attentive listener. I take pride in my ability to create a peacful, safe and loving environment for postpartum Mothers and their Newborns. I've taken specialized training through DONA (Doulas of North America) for certification in this organization. This entailed having completed a comprehensive course of study with specific fieldwork, essays and final examination. As a Certified Doula, I am required to take continuing education classes to keep my certification current. This enables me to get the most updated information available to the public. I re-certify yearly in adult, child & infant CPR. I also adhere to the Code of Ethics set up by the organization I belong to. In June of 2004 I recieved an AA Degree in Interior Design from The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. With a background in Design I am able to incorporate space planning techniques that maximize living space and minimize stress.
"a woman who serves" and is now used to refer to a trained and experienced professional who provides continuous physical, emotional and informational support to the mother before, during and just after birth; or who provides emotional and practical support during the postpartum period.
I've been a Doula practically all my life, but it wasn't until early 2009 that I became a DONA Certified Postpartum Doula. I have always been a nurturing person and an attentive listener. I take pride in my ability to create a peacful, safe and loving environment for postpartum Mothers and their Newborns. I've taken specialized training through DONA (Doulas of North America) for certification in this organization. This entailed having completed a comprehensive course of study with specific fieldwork, essays and final examination. As a Certified Doula, I am required to take continuing education classes to keep my certification current. This enables me to get the most updated information available to the public. I re-certify yearly in adult, child & infant CPR. I also adhere to the Code of Ethics set up by the organization I belong to. In June of 2004 I recieved an AA Degree in Interior Design from The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising. With a background in Design I am able to incorporate space planning techniques that maximize living space and minimize stress.
South County Doulas
www.southcountydoulas.com
Reiki Wellness
www.twiinstarhealing.weebly.com
Certified Doulas of North America
www.dona.org
CPR Certification
www.redcross.org
The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
www.fidm.edu
www.southcountydoulas.com
Reiki Wellness
www.twiinstarhealing.weebly.com
Certified Doulas of North America
www.dona.org
CPR Certification
www.redcross.org
The Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising
www.fidm.edu